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Question

What is a disulfide bond and what conditions are necessary for its formation from thiols?

Accepted Answer

A covalent bond between two sulfur atoms; requires an oxidizing environment.

Answer

A polar covalent bond between carbon and sulfur; requires acidic conditions.

Answer

A hydrogen bond between two thiol groups; requires a reducing environment.

Answer

An ionic bond between sulfur and oxygen; requires neutral pH.